Back in action

monkeystrong · 10-10-2012, 05:19 PM

Unless something crazy happens between now and 6:30pm I'll be back in action with a cj7. Pretty stoked to be back in the jeep/ offroad lifestyle. Its been awhile.
I've been looking for quite some time for the right jeep that fits into the budget and would get me on the trail. All I can say is that there are some guys on Craigslist and the web that are really, Really, proud of some heaps of junk!

Hopefully I can get to know some of you guys/ gals in the near future out on the trail and around the campfire.

tjjeepjeep · 10-10-2012, 05:43 PM

:cheerleader: Awesome news! Be sure to post up some pics of it ....

monkeystrong · 10-24-2012, 05:30 PM

Here's the jewel.

258, t-176, d300
model 20 with full detroit and superior 1 piece axles
Dana 30 open
worn out 33 mtr's

KargoMaster · 10-24-2012, 06:11 PM

Nice! Congrats Andy...

WrenchMonkey · 10-24-2012, 06:24 PM

Nice. Love the attitude!

Might wanna check that shackle angle though.

Robert

monkeystrong · 10-24-2012, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WrenchMonkey

Nice. Love the attitude!

Might wanna check that shackle angle though.

Robert

They are boomerang shackles. But I see how the pic makes them look f'd up

WrenchMonkey · 10-24-2012, 09:14 PM

Ahh... Even better!

monkeystrong · 12-03-2012, 03:45 PM

This thing runs really well :). It was leaking pretty bad from the valve cover. So I replaced the gasket to find that this thing has a 4.0L head. I think thats way cool. Maybe I'll do the injection swap at some point. It has the MC 2 barrel now.
Has anyone here ever done the 4.0L head swap onto a 258? I'm curious if I were to ever need to change the head gasket, which head gasket would I need? 258 or 4.0L?
I believe this thing has a 99' or newer head on it.
Andy

itbrokeagain · 12-03-2012, 04:38 PM

From what I remember it doesn't matter. I think the main difference is the 4.0 head has some water passages that need to be sealed up. Inject it and you willbe very happy

GPER · 12-03-2012, 08:28 PM

My spare 258 has the 4.0 head, I would have to look at my notes on the head gasket. I also run the MC 2100 and have swapped out the DuraSpark ignition for the Team Rush upgrade with the e-coil and the cdi ignition box. Nice CJ.

monkeystrong · 12-03-2012, 11:05 PM

Wrenchmonkey- I was avi too.

Gper- thanks

monkeystrong · 02-19-2013, 03:33 PM

I am currently replacing all the rust/ rot from my replacement tub and modifying a few things. I have never done any form of body work and have never welded sheet metal before. So this, so far, has been a real learning experience for me. I got a tub and some replacement panels from another forum member here which has simplified the process some by having all the pieces to the puzzle.

Does anyone know of a good place to buy sheet metal, 18 guage stuff? I found some a TSC but they have a very limited/ expensive selection. I'm going to need a few more pieces to finish everything.

twiztedzuki · 02-19-2013, 04:40 PM

usually body shop supply companys hav like 24"x24" sheetmetal to use for patches in stock.

gothodgie · 02-19-2013, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twiztedzuki

usually body shop supply companys hav like 24"x24" sheetmetal to use for patches in stock.

i have gotten pieces like that^ at Home Chepot and i think i have seen them at TSC too...

JeffK5 · 02-19-2013, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by monkeystrong

I am currently replacing all the rust/ rot from my replacement tub and modifying a few things. I have never done any form of body work and have never welded sheet metal before. So this, so far, has been a real learning experience for me. I got a tub and some replacement panels from another forum member here which has simplified the process some by having all the pieces to the puzzle.

Does anyone know of a good place to buy sheet metal, 18 guage stuff? I found some a TSC but they have a very limited/ expensive selection. I'm going to need a few more pieces to finish everything.

I got several 32"x40" sheets of 17 Gauge (.054) ..new but with surface rust for $20 each firm.

Stuff is shear cut and never sat outside..rained the day I got it :mad:

monkeystrong · 02-19-2013, 11:31 PM

I'll let you know. I'm not sure i need that large of a piece though.

blazerbrad · 02-20-2013, 08:46 AM

The stuff at TSC or Lowe's/HD always seemed to be pretty expensive. If you just need smaller pieces stop by any metal supply or fabrication company as they usually have various scraps laying around.

GPER · 02-20-2013, 11:42 AM

First Street Recycling in Dayton has sheet metal by the pound. They are a lot cheaper that buying it at the other places.

The 4.0 head conversion on the 258 uses the 4.0 head gasket.
http://offroad-review.com/new/index.php?page=68

monkeystrong · 02-21-2013, 09:13 AM

thanks GPER. I'm actually pulling the 258 for some v8 power. I will be selling my entire power and drive train soon.

KargoMaster · 02-22-2013, 03:26 PM

So what's going in Andy?

itbrokeagain · 02-22-2013, 03:41 PM

Should go 4bt

monkeystrong · 02-22-2013, 11:40 PM

Nothing too out of the ordinary. Chevy 350 sm465 np205. 3/4 ton axles
I'll be more than happy to help with your 4bt swap Tony

itbrokeagain · 02-23-2013, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by monkeystrong

Nothing too out of the ordinary. Chevy 350 sm465 np205. 3/4 ton axles
I'll be more than happy to help with your 4bt swap Tony

Find me one and I'm ready to do it

monkeystrong · 02-23-2013, 03:00 PM

Here ya go
http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/ptd/3545202625.html

10-10-2012, 05:19 PM	#1
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	Back in action Unless something crazy happens between now and 6:30pm I'll be back in action with a cj7. Pretty stoked to be back in the jeep/ offroad lifestyle. Its been awhile. I've been looking for quite some time for the right jeep that fits into the budget and would get me on the trail. All I can say is that there are some guys on Craigslist and the web that are really, Really, proud of some heaps of junk! Hopefully I can get to know some of you guys/ gals in the near future out on the trail and around the campfire.

10-10-2012, 05:43 PM	#2
tjjeepjeep Just tired Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, OH Posts: 2,213 Images: 2212	:cheerleader: Awesome news! Be sure to post up some pics of it .... __________________ I want to be the reason you look down at your phone and smile........then walk into a pole.

10-24-2012, 05:30 PM	#3
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	Here's the jewel. 258, t-176, d300 model 20 with full detroit and superior 1 piece axles Dana 30 open worn out 33 mtr's Attached Thumbnails

10-24-2012, 06:11 PM	#4
KargoMaster Cleaning off the rust... Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,009	Nice! Congrats Andy... __________________ brad 5.0L \| 435 \| 203 \| 300 \| 4.10 \| 39.5 Buildup BACK underway...

10-24-2012, 06:24 PM	#5
WrenchMonkey Mechanical Animal - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Beechmont Posts: 1,883	Nice. Love the attitude! Might wanna check that shackle angle though. Robert __________________ DIRTY DEEDS, DONE DIRT CHEAP Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stranger

10-24-2012, 09:14 PM	#7
WrenchMonkey Mechanical Animal - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Beechmont Posts: 1,883	Ahh... Even better! __________________ DIRTY DEEDS, DONE DIRT CHEAP Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stranger

12-03-2012, 03:45 PM	#8
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	This thing runs really well :). It was leaking pretty bad from the valve cover. So I replaced the gasket to find that this thing has a 4.0L head. I think thats way cool. Maybe I'll do the injection swap at some point. It has the MC 2 barrel now. Has anyone here ever done the 4.0L head swap onto a 258? I'm curious if I were to ever need to change the head gasket, which head gasket would I need? 258 or 4.0L? I believe this thing has a 99' or newer head on it. Andy

12-03-2012, 04:38 PM	#9
itbrokeagain Just Empty Every Pocket - CORE Member - Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Amelia Posts: 1,435	From what I remember it doesn't matter. I think the main difference is the 4.0 head has some water passages that need to be sealed up. Inject it and you willbe very happy __________________ 91 fj 80 on 37 Nitto Muds with a 10k winch. Cage and sliders coming soon.

12-03-2012, 08:28 PM	#10
GPER Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Kettering, Ohio Posts: 811	My spare 258 has the 4.0 head, I would have to look at my notes on the head gasket. I also run the MC 2100 and have swapped out the DuraSpark ignition for the Team Rush upgrade with the e-coil and the cdi ignition box. Nice CJ.

12-03-2012, 11:05 PM	#11
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	Wrenchmonkey- I was avi too. Gper- thanks

02-19-2013, 03:33 PM	#12
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	I am currently replacing all the rust/ rot from my replacement tub and modifying a few things. I have never done any form of body work and have never welded sheet metal before. So this, so far, has been a real learning experience for me. I got a tub and some replacement panels from another forum member here which has simplified the process some by having all the pieces to the puzzle. Does anyone know of a good place to buy sheet metal, 18 guage stuff? I found some a TSC but they have a very limited/ expensive selection. I'm going to need a few more pieces to finish everything.

02-19-2013, 04:40 PM	#13
twiztedzuki Join Date: May 2008 Location: Waverly ohio Posts: 586	usually body shop supply companys hav like 24"x24" sheetmetal to use for patches in stock. __________________ SMITH BUILT PERIOD

02-19-2013, 11:31 PM	#16
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	I'll let you know. I'm not sure i need that large of a piece though.

02-20-2013, 08:46 AM	#17
blazerbrad - CORE Member - Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 831 Images: 6	The stuff at TSC or Lowe's/HD always seemed to be pretty expensive. If you just need smaller pieces stop by any metal supply or fabrication company as they usually have various scraps laying around.

02-20-2013, 11:42 AM	#18
GPER Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Kettering, Ohio Posts: 811	First Street Recycling in Dayton has sheet metal by the pound. They are a lot cheaper that buying it at the other places. The 4.0 head conversion on the 258 uses the 4.0 head gasket. http://offroad-review.com/new/index.php?page=68

02-21-2013, 09:13 AM	#19
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	thanks GPER. I'm actually pulling the 258 for some v8 power. I will be selling my entire power and drive train soon.

02-22-2013, 03:26 PM	#20
KargoMaster Cleaning off the rust... Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,009	So what's going in Andy? __________________ brad 5.0L \| 435 \| 203 \| 300 \| 4.10 \| 39.5 Buildup BACK underway...

02-22-2013, 03:41 PM	#21
itbrokeagain Just Empty Every Pocket - CORE Member - Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Amelia Posts: 1,435	Should go 4bt __________________ 91 fj 80 on 37 Nitto Muds with a 10k winch. Cage and sliders coming soon.

02-22-2013, 11:40 PM	#22
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	Nothing too out of the ordinary. Chevy 350 sm465 np205. 3/4 ton axles I'll be more than happy to help with your 4bt swap Tony

02-23-2013, 03:00 PM	#24
monkeystrong Señor Monkey Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgetown, Ohio Posts: 185	Here ya go http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/ptd/3545202625.html